Depending which side of the Atlantic you are, a lot of you are probably groggy today. But whether it's from late nights celebrating July 4, staying up to watch the election results in the UK or if you're from elsewhere in the world and just want some great new music, we've got you covered with the best new metal songs around to blast away the cobwebs this Friday.
First, the results of last week's vote! It was a diverse spread to choose from with everything from nu metal to extreme and trad, but ultimately it looks like new blood took the day. Skye Dahl's Viking inspired Hypokrit took a comfortable third place, while Brighton duo Wrex bounced their way to second. The crown went to nu metal revivalists BLACKGOLD however, Social Blackout showcasing their beefy, oh-so infectious style.
